Excellent fringe benefit package includes a pension, medical, dental, vision, EAP (employee assistance plan) and life insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and income protection. Voluntary plans include supplemental life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Accounts. Classified employees also receive vacation, 12 sick leave days and 20 paid holidays.

The Outreach/Recruitment Coordinator reports to the Director of Student Activities & Development at San Jose City College. The work schedule is 12 months per year; Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This position is represented by the California School Employees Association (CSEA), Chapter 363.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and maintain a college-wide outreach calendar/plan with input from academic and student services departments and constituent groups.

2. In collaboration with the College administration and Marketing Director, coordinate college-wide outreach services that support the Colleges Enrollment Management Plan.

3. Initiate and organize outreach services to local schools, businesses, community or government based organizations, and the adult education community with the aim of promoting  and growing credit and non-credit courses to this community.
4. Prepare and conduct program-specific and general college orientation, workshops, college information days, campus tours and visitations.

5. Research and recommend best practices or innovative recruitment opportunities.

6. Analyze data to determine outreach and enrollment trends and outcomes.

7. Plan targeted outreach for specific college programs and services; identify and recruit students who are eligible for those programs and services.

8. Coordinate recruitment, testing, admissions, and counseling to ensure effective intake process for potential and identified students.

9. Advise current and potential students regarding college preparation and entrance requirements.

10. Assist students in making applications; explain policies and eligibility criteria for the college student support programs such as financial aid.

11. Design promotional recruitment materials to be utilized departmentally and college-wide.

12. Create a plan for San Jose City Colleges 2021 Scholars initiative with a team and act as a staff lead person for the initiative.

13. Represent the college at community and outside organization functions including career days, special events and conferences.

14. Meet with educational administrators, counselors and teachers to exchange information and answer questions.

15. Prepare and deliver oral presentations regarding college academic programs and support services.

16. Maintain on-going relationships with all feeder high schools and religious and minority communities.

17. Respond to inquiries or complaints from program participants, community agencies or the public.

18. May advise deans, program directors of marketability of programs and curriculum.

19. Attend meetings, conferences and other related events which target potential students.

20. Monitor budget expenditures within assigned fund allocations.

21. Perform other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

1. The use of social media and technology in recruiting and communicating with students.

2. College programs, schedules, admissions and academic requirements.

3. Methods and techniques of educational program marketing.

4. Techniques of student recruitment, program development, and evaluation.

5. Methods and techniques of academic advising; principles of effective public relations.

6. Assessing, planning and implementing a comprehensive recruitment program.

7. Effectively recruiting students for, explaining and marketing college academic programs.

Skills and Ability to:

1. Identify and follow up on new recruitment and marketing strategies and contacts. 

2. Interpret and apply District and program policies, procedures, rules and regulations. 

3. Prepare, analyze and implement appropriate recommendations related to college recruitment activities. 

4. Evaluate and advise students on a variety of academic matters and supportive needs. 

5. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 

6. Maintain a flexible schedule which may include evening and weekend work. 

7. Work independently and exercise good judgment. 

8. Write speeches and materials for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. 

9. Present information to large groups of students, managers, and public. 

10. Relate to and gain the confidence of a variety of low-income, non-traditional students involved or potentially involved in the outreach program. 

11. Be sensitive to and understand the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students/staff. 

12. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university; and one year related experience or training in marketing student recruitment programs;

Or

2. Associates degree from an accredited college or technical school; and three years of related experience or training in marketing student recruitment programs.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California drivers license.

For positions that require a degree or coursework:

Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education. All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application. Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.

The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.

As of Fall 2022, with enrollment of approximately 14,400 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Latinx 48%, Black/African-American 4%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31%, American Indian/Native American 0.3%, White/Caucasian 9%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% – Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the Districts emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.

The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse classified staff consisting of 42% Latinx, 28% Asian/Pacific Islander, 5% Black/African American, 1% American Indian/Native American, 18% White/Caucasian, and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:

San José-Evergreen Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

CONTACT:

Employment Services,
Human Resources, SJECCD
40 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: (408) 270-6414
Email: hremploymentservices@sjeccd.edu
Employment Website: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com
District Website: www.sjeccd.edu

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Interested applicants MUST SUBMIT ONLINE ALL of the following materials by the First Review Date/Closing Date as listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the First Review Date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request.

1. A completed online San José-Evergreen Community College District APPLICATION.

2. A COVER LETTER (Stating how you feel you meet the qualifications as outline in the job announcement).

3. A current RESUME/CURRICULUM VITAE

4. TRANSCRIPT – (If Required) If a degree is listed as a requirement, transcripts (Not Diplomas) MUST INCLUDE confer or award date of stated degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted; however if the position is offered, official transcripts will be required prior to employment. If the transcripts or degrees are from outside of the United States, an official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service (course by course of the transcripts) MUST also be submitted.
(See below for a list of suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees).

Note: Some positions may require additional documents and/or certificates, in addition to the items listed above. Please refer to the job announcement.

OTHER APPLICANT INFORMATION:

1. Only complete application materials will be considered. No exceptions.

2. Letters of Recommendation are NOT required and will not be forwarded to the hiring committee.

3. Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States.

4. Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.

5. Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.

6. Meeting the minimum qualifications does NOT assure an interview.

7. The District may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position.

Suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees:

Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, Inc.
Website: http://www.acei-global.org/

Education Records Evaluation Services
Website: www.eres.com

International Education Research Foundation
Website: http://www.ierf.org/

World Education Services
Website: www.wes.org